Jose S. Chavez

HEYBURN – Jose S. Chavez, age 69, beloved husband, father, and grandfather, of Heyburn, passed away Monday, June 24, 2013, at his home.

He was born August 2, 1943 in Sabinal, Texas to Julio and Maria Salinas Chavez. He attended Sabinal High School in Texas, then married Alicia Alejandro April 20, 1963 in Sabinal, TX. They moved to Idaho where they have lived for over 40 years.

He was a member of the Catholic church and spent more than 40 years driving truck. He enjoyed spending time with his family and BBQ’s. He also enjoyed dancing and listening to music.

He is preceded in death by six brothers; Rodolfo Arriola, Raul Arriola, Pete Chavez, Francisco Chavez, Jesus Chavez, Juan Chavez and sister, Lupe Musquiz.

He is survived by his wife Alicia and children, Joe (Pauline) Chavez Jr. of Rupert; Julio Chavez of Heyburn; Mike (Elsa) Chavez of Nampa; Mario Chavez of Heyburn; Carmen Castillo of Boise and Jessica (Victor) Guzman of Boise; sister, Ramona Martinez; 12 grandchildren, Mikaela, Jordan, Joey, Nicole, Melissa, Kristine, Mario Jr., Aleesha, Annika, Lucus, Myah, Marcus; 7 great-grandchildren, Elijah, Aniyah, Neveah, Naomi, Aubree, Camilla, Payton

A funeral Mass will be celebrated at 2 p.m. Friday, June 28, at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church, 1601 Oakley Ave., in Burley, with the Rev. Julio Vicente as celebrant.

A vigil service will be held from 6 until 8 p.m. Thursday, June 27, at St. Therese Little Flower Catholic Church with the recitation of the Rosary beginning at 7 p.m.

Arrangements have been entrusted to the care of the Rasmussen Funeral Home of Burley.